Principal Consultant, Capital Project Delivery
- Environmental Resources Management Iberia, S.A.U
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- 6mo ago
- Full-Time
- On-site
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Lead the Future of Power Infrastructure
Are you ready to shape the next generation of energy projects? Join ERM as a Principal Consultant, Capital Project Delivery, based ideally in the Midwest (with flexibility for Northeast candidates). In this senior role, you’ll lead complex initiatives that drive sustainable growth and transform the power sector. This is your opportunity to influence industry standards and deliver solutions that matter.
Why This Role Matters
As global demand for clean, reliable energy grows, ERM is at the forefront of enabling responsible development. This position is pivotal in delivering capital projects that balance environmental stewardship with operational excellence. Your leadership will ensure projects meet regulatory requirements while advancing renewable energy and transmission solutions.
What Your Impact Is
- Spearhead routing, siting, and permitting strategies for electric transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through regulatory landscapes and environmental compliance.
- Drive project success by managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering collaboration across ERM’s global network.
- Expand ERM’s market presence through strong client relationships and innovative solutions.
What You'll Bring
Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 6+ years of consulting or industry experience supporting power clients with routing/siting and permitting projects.
- In-depth knowledge of U.S. natural resource regulations, including:
- Clean Water Act (Sections 401/404)
- Endangered Species Act (Section 7)
- National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106)
- Proven ability to prepare accurate technical documents and permit applications.
- Strong project management, organizational, and deadline-tracking skills.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and client engagement capabilities.
Preferred
- Experience permitting transmission line projects.
- Familiarity with USACE and state/local permitting requirements.
- Ability to review Erosion & Sediment Control Plans, SWPPPs, NPDES Construction General Permits, and detailed construction drawings.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and deliver routing/siting and permitting solutions for complex power projects.
- Conduct detailed routing analyses and prepare summary reports.
- Develop permit applications for federal, state, and local authorities.
- Lead agency consultations, client meetings, and stakeholder communications.
- Prepare project schedules, progress reports, and ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with ERM experts on environmental impact assessments, land use planning, and risk management.
- Travel up to 20% for agency meetings, site visits, and project coordination.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to grow ERM’s market share.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a global leader committed to shaping a sustainable future.
For the Principal Consultant, Capital Project Delivery position, the anticipated annual base pay is $104,236 – $137,540 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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